Kenneth G. Anderson, 76, Lawrence, passed away on July 31, 2025, at home with his family.
He was born on March 7, 1949, in Warsaw, Missouri. He was the son of Kenneth and LaVerne (Baumgarden) Dean.
Kenneth graduated Lawrence High School in 1967. He married his high school sweetheart Joyce Hattabaugh February 25, 1968. Immediately after he joined the Navy. He was a radio man/communications on U.S.S. Point Defiance transport ship that transported marines to and from combat during the Vietnam War. He also held communications with Neil Armstrong and his crew during the Apollo 11 space mission that put the first man on the moon.
He and Joyce were blessed with two children, Kimberly and Jason.
Kenneth was a hard worker with a very strong work ethic. He retired at 59 1/2 years old from Chemtrade in 2008, Where he worked as a Senior Mechanic after receiving his honorable discharge from the Navy.
He enjoyed fishing, camping, bowling and socializing with friends and family.
Kenneth is survived by his wife Joyce (Hattabaugh) Anderson, of the home. Daughter Kimberly (Anderson) Miller of Lawrence, Son Kenneth Jason Anderson and his wife Salene Anderson of Lawrence, grandchildren Jordan, Zachary and Jackson, great grandchildren Oliver and Travis.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth Dean and LaVerne Sinnet, sister Donna Kay Hill and granddaughter Taylor Lister.
Funeral Services for Kenneth G. Anderson, 76, Lawrence, will be 6 pm, Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, a visitation will follow immediately after.
Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital or the Lawrence Humane Society, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home.
Joyce and family, I am so sorry to hear of Kenny’s passing. He and Skip were such good friends for so many years. Oh the stories Skip would tell! Wishing you strength and comfort in the days ahead. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sorry to read about Kenny. How could you not like that guy. He keep thing lively for everybody around him and still got his work done. Bless you Joyce. You and Kenny made a great team for a lot of years. Rest in peace Kenny Anderson.
Joyce, so sorry to hear the news about Kenny. He was one ornery fellow and will continue to be thru my memories. My thoughts are with you.
Sorry for your family’s loss. I hadn’t kept in touch with Kenny for many years but have many memories of us growing up as brothers (step brothers) since I was 3 years old along with his sister Donna.
Very sorry to hear of Kenny passing. Prayers for God’s peace for you and your family.
You was such a good brother-in-law..You will be very missed,
Joyce,Kim,Jason sorry to hear this he was a good friend and fishing buddy I wont be able to attend services due to surgery on Tuesday morning he will be missed may god bless the family RIP BUDDY
Joyce, Kim, and Jason. Helen and I are so sorry for your loss. Kenny will always be remembered. A lot of good times at Clinton Lake we will never forget.
Our prayers are with the family.
Joyce and family, so sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you. Worked with Kenny for several years and had a lot of fun with him.